How To Clean Stainless Steel Appliances And Remove Scratches

Stainless steel is all the rage these days when it comes to kitchen appliances.

However, as slick and shiny as stainless steel appliances are, keeping them that way isn’t always easy.

In no time, they seem to collect sticky fingerprints and smears. Unfortunately, you’re left with a visible record of every time the refrigerator door has been opened.

Stainless steel requires careful cleaning in order to maintain its luster. Abrasive cleaners or those containing chlorine can cause permanent damage and discoloration to the surface of your stainless steel appliances.

Forfine scratches, cleaners such as Comet and Revere Stainless Steel and Copper Cleaner are non-abrasive cleansers that will gently buff stainless steel. They come in a dry powder that needs to be combined with water or as cream-based cleaners that go on the metal a bit smoother. Appliance manufacturers often make their own cleaners that are easy to find at home improvement stores.

For deeper scratches, sanding with wet sandpaper is recommended. Sandpaper comes in various grits, so check first with your appliance manufacturer about which kind of sandpaper will work best for your stainless steel.

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